2009 Ford Escape vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 729 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Escape | Montego |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |